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A superficial wound where the top layer of skin is scraped off, often caused by friction.

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Initial Care:

Wash hands/wear gloves

Gently clean the wound with water to remove any dirt/debris

Apply antiseptic

Cover with a sterile bandage

Post Care:

Keep clean and dry

Change dressing daily or if wet/dirty

Watch for signs of infection

Referral: Rare unless embedded debris or large area.

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An incision is a clean, straight cut caused by a sharp object.

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Initial Care:

Wash hands/wear gloves

Control bleeding with direct pressure

Clean the area carefully

Cover with sterile dressing

Post Care:

Depending on depth, may need sutures

Monitor for signs of infection

Keep wound edges closed with Steri-Strips or sutures if needed

Referral: Rare unless embedded debris or large area.

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A torn or jagged wound caused by blunt trauma or sharp objects.

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Initial Care:

Wash hands/wear gloves

Apply gloves and stop bleeding with pressure

Clean thoroughly to prevent infection

Cover with sterile dressing

Post Care:

May require sutures or adhesive strips depending on severity

keep covered and clean.

Watch for signs of infection

Referral: Yes, for deep or contaminated wounds.

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Caused by a pointed object piercing the skin such as nails, needles or animal bites.

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Initial Care:

Control bleeding

Do not remove large embedded objects, instead, stabilize and seek help

Clean area gently

Cover with sterile dressing

Post Care:

High risk of infection so monitor closely

Referral: Yes, often needed for tetanus shot and evaluation for internal damage or infection.

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When tissue is partially or completely torn away, often from serious accidents.

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Initial Care:

Control heavy bleeding with direct pressure

Keep torn tissue so that it can be glued/sewed back on

Post Care:

May need surgery

Monitor for shock

Tetanus prophylaxis as needed

Referral: Emergency referral needed

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A set of safety measures used to prevent the spread of infections and protect both the caregiver and the patient from exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.

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Wear gloves at all times to protect yourself and the patient

Always wash hands before and after providing care

Use PPE (personal protective equipment) such as masks, and eye protection if there is a risk of splashing

Dispose all sharps and contaminated materials properly

Avoid direct contact with blood or bodily fluids

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Signs of wound infection includes:

Increased redness and swelling

Warmth around the wound

Pain or tenderness

Pus or cloudy drainage

Fever